The background to the audit consisted of previous follow-up activities concerning Equinor linked to flexible risers, and follow-up of observations following an interdisciplinary audit in 2017, notably within technical safety and processing.
Objective
The objective of the audit was to follow up integrity and barrier management of flexible risers and the process facility and associated safety systems.
Result
Two non-conformities were identified relating to:
- Process shutdown (PSD) functions
- Performance requirements for PSD functions
Improvement points were identified in connection with:
- Maintenance programme for flexible jumpers
- Overview of containment barriers
- Follow-up of technical condition
- Passive fire protection of equipment
Equinor has been given a deadline of 10 December 2018 to report on how the non-conformities will be addressed. We have also requested the company’s assessment of the improvement points observed.